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June Reading Room

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
June 1, 2014
Your children can avoid the summer slump by reading books or listening to stories while outdoors. Here are some recommendations from Rebecca Shook, the special needs resource librarian at the Westlake Porter Public Library. ...
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The Mom Squad

By Brooke Taylor
June 1, 2014
Brooke Taylor explains the role of The Mom Squad, a community of women supporting each other through motherhood and beyond. ...
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Let’s Play in the Dirt: Gardening With Your Family

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
June 1, 2014
Creating a garden with your child or grandchild can bring a crop of sweetness to your home. If you’re new to vegetable gardening, and want to make it a family project, here are a few pointers to get you started, along with some advice from local garden club members. ...
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Compassion Corner: Get Involved With Your Local Food Bank

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
June 1, 2014
Donate your time this summer to help food banks in Northeast Ohio stay stocked with supplies for year-long programs. ...
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Home Alone: Is Your ‘Built-In Babysitter’ Ready?

By Marie Elium
June 1, 2014
Just about every parent at one time or another has had to make an honest assessment of their child’s maturity. And, at no time is this more crucial than when children are home for summer break. Here's some help for assessing your child’s readiness to handle the household when Mom and Dad are away. ...
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Battling Heroin

By Jennifer Reece
June 1, 2014
Health officials in Northeast Ohio are calling the levels of heroin use an epidemic, and statistics show that young people in both cities and suburbs are at risk. Would you know if your child was an addict? ...
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Questions to Ask During a Daycare Tour

By Denise Koeth
June 1, 2014

 1.   What safety features are in place?

2.   What is the drop-off and pick-up process for your child? read more

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De-Stress Your Care Dilemma

By Denise Koeth
June 1, 2014
Sending your children to daycare isn’t easy. Here are some tips to help weigh your options. Because daycare plays such a vital role — from providing safe childcare to building an educational foundation for your little ones — there can be a lot of pressure when it comes to selecting the right facility. ...
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Commemorating Memorial Day with Kids

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
May 22, 2014
For many, Memorial Day marks the beginning of summer. However, it’s also important to help children understand why Memorial Day is a holiday and what it means to our country’s history. Here are some activities families can do to honor those U.S. Armed Forces who have paid the ultimate sacrifice. ...
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Planning A Road Trip This Summer?

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
May 9, 2014
Setting out for an adventure to explore this vast country of ours can create incredible, lasting memories. That said, all it takes is a small hiccup to derail your summer road trip fun. ...
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